Ball valves – for regulating or shutting off the medium in hydraulic systems

Ball valves are fittings used to control the flow of media such as liquids or gases. They consist of a rotatable ball with a bore inside a housing. In the open position, the bore allows the medium to pass through; by rotating the ball 90°, the flow is shut off. This design enables quick and safe opening or closing of the medium.

Ball valves are used in hydraulic systems to control oil and hydraulic fluids under high pressure. In addition, they are used in industry, sanitary engineering, chemical processing, the food industry, heating and cooling systems, shipbuilding, as well as the oil and gas industry. They are used to shut off and regulate a wide variety of media.

• 2-way ball valves: Two ports (inlet and outlet) for opening or shutting off the medium. Common sizes: G 3/8", G 1/2", G 3/4".
• 3-way ball valves: Three ports for diverting or redirecting media. Sizes: G 3/8", G 1/2", G 3/4", G 1".
• Special versions: high-pressure (up to 500–700 bar), motorized types, compact designs, fully welded versions.

• Body: Stainless steel (corrosion-resistant), brass (cost-effective, robust), plastic (PVC, chemical-resistant), steel, galvanized steel, duplex materials.
• Ball: Chrome-plated steel, stainless steel, brass or plastic.
• Seats/Seals: PTFE (Teflon), POM (polyoxymethylene), or other synthetic and metallic materials.

• High tightness due to the secure seating of the ball
• Low pressure drop thanks to the flow-optimized bore
• Easy and quick operation
• Long service life due to robust design
• Maintenance-friendly (easy disassembly)
• Wide range of applications in gas, liquid and steam circuits

• Medium (type, chemical properties, temperature)
• Maximum operating pressure and temperature range
• Material compatibility with the medium
• Size and connection type (e.g. G 3/8", G 1/2", G 3/4")
• Actuation type (manual, electric, pneumatic)
• Operating conditions such as high pressure, hygiene or outdoor installation